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May 2011 Newsletter
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Bethesda Green relies on corporate sponsorships, grants, in-kind donations and individual contributions to develop programs and outreach that support the local economy, create a healthier community and provide information about innovative sustainable businesses and living solutions. Businesses can participate at a variety of commitment levels.

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Sustainable Office Seminar    
Make Your Company a "Best Place to Work"

Learn concepts and practical tips to help people thrive in your office and make your company a "Best Place to Work."

Seminar on Tuesday, June 21, 8-11 am at Bethesda Green will feature specialists in office and environmental design; work safety; operational information technology; organizational structure and design-making; and personal, physical and mental health.

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Upcoming Bethesda Green Events
BG 101 -- Thursday, May 26, 4 - 5:30 pm. Bethesda Green orientation and review of upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. [email protected]. 

Greening Condos --
Wednesday, June 1, 7 - 9 pm at Bethesda Green. Lower the Cost of Energy Efficiency Improvements for Your Building -- Incentives and Financing That Save Money.
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First Thursday Happy Hour
-- Join us at the Courtyard by Marriott Chevy Chase
for casual conversation and networking, Thursday, June 2, 5 - 8 pm. 
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EOM Meeting -- Thursday, June 9, 4 - 5:30 pm.  Education, Outreach and Marketing Group.  Newcomers welcome. Contact Dave Heffernan.

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Bethesda Green Welcomes New Staffer
Betsy Dewey

Betsy Reinstein Dewey, Development Manager


Betsy brings to Bethesda Green over 18 years of experience working with non-profit organizations to build their capacity in the area of fund-raising and leadership development.

Her interest and involvement in the environment began when she was a young girl, and she is thrilled to be applying her skills and energy to a cause about which she is so passionate.


See staff page for full bio

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From the Executive Director

In 2010, Bethesda Green in partnership with Bethesda Magazine hosted a Green Awards competition. We received 140 nominations for individuals and organizations in seven categories representing different sectors in our community. Winners demonstrated exceptional commitment to the environment in areas as diverse as recycling, energy efficiency, conservation and farming.

 

Our first year winners were all actively engaged in environmental activities for years. Their leadership will inspire the next generation as green continues to become more mainstream. As winner Scott Nash, CEO of MOM's Organic Market, stated last year, "I look forward to a time when what we do is just average and everyone does things that make common sense."

Dave Feldman
Dave Feldman

 

We are all still learning and exploring new approaches to almost everything we do. So we announce the beginning of the nomination process for our 2011 Green Awards competition. We expect this year's applicants will again represent a wide range of categories, including alternative energy technologies; water collection, purification and distribution; agricultural practices to reduce pesticide run-off; new technologies for green buildings and much, much more.

 

We will continue to face significant challenges and will need a wide array of innovative solutions. I was greatly encouraged by last year's entrants and look forward to another diverse field of possibilities and initiatives.

 

We hope you will apply (or nominate someone) for this year's awards and we look forward to sharing your many successes.


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Hold the Date

Wednesday, Oct. 5  

Plan now to attend Bethesda Green's Second Annual Gala recognizing Bethesda Magazine's Green Award Winners

Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011
Round House Theatre

Bethesda Magazine is now accepting nominations for individuals, businesses, nonprofits and community organizations.

Nominate a Green Champion

Greening Condos 

Session 4, June 1

Lower the Cost of Energy Efficiency Improvements for Your Building - Incentives and Financing That Save Money


Once a condo building's energy audit is complete, the condo board will be presented with a prioritized list of actions it can take to improve efficiency. How is this work funded?Greening Condos logo

This panel first explores incentive programs (both grants and financing) available from Pepco or through government sources.  Second, Monument Bank will describe how loans are given for these improvements and what boards can expect in terms of credit requirements and loan terms. Finally, a tax accountant will describe how Federal Tax Credits for common area improvements can roll through the non-profit association to the benefit of each individual owner of the building.

The Greening Condos series -- presented by Bethesda Green, ecobeco and event sponsors -- targets residents, boards, property managers, and companies that provide green services to condominiums.

The five monthly sessions are scheduled at Bethesda Green on the first Wednesday every month through July. Sessions run from 7-9 pm. Light appetizers will be served.

RSVP for Session 4, June 1

Special Thanks to Event Sponsors

Monument Bank
Monument Bank

Jane Fairweather Real Estate Team 

Abaris Realty 

Clean Currents 

Pepco Commercial & Industry Energy Savings Program 

Ted Ross Consulting
Maryland Clean Energy Center 

Linowes and Blocher LLP -- Attorneys at Law 

LetterSpace Creative 

 

Bethesda Green Presents   

 

SOLAR bethesda

Saturday, June 25

10 am - 4 pm

A FREE Solar Expo at Bethesda Green

 

Learn about about residential solar, map your home's solar readiness, and receive a cost and savings estimate for going solar. Check our website for more details soon.

 

Step up to Summer with Bethesda Green


First Thursday Happy Hour

June 2, 5 - 8 pm

Courtyard by Marriott Chevy Chase, a LEED Gold certified hotel at 5520 Wisconsin Avenue, near the Friendship Heights Metro


Joining us will be Mark Bergel, Ph.D.
Founder, Executive Director, A Wider Circle  

 
A Wider Circle
serves clients from more than 230 social service agencies in our region. These agencies serve families leaving homelessness, fleeing domestic abuse, recovering from fires and disasters, and struggling to build new lives for themselves and their families. A Wider Circle provides beds, dressers, cribs, sheets, dishes and other home essentials to these families and individuals.

 

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